In Miriam Webster’s dictionary, the phrase “can it” means to shut up or be quiet. But in the packaging equipment vernacular, equipment suppliers are finding no need to keep quiet about the increasing flexibility, product diversification and minimal changeovers of today’s can filling and seaming lines.
“It’s a lot to take stock of, as drink manufacturers need greater performance to match the overall rising demand for their products, while at the same time guaranteeing absolute product safety, minimizing total cost of ownership while preparing for future production needs,” says Stefano Baini, filling product manager for Sidel.